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The perioperative period consists of three phases:
- Preoperative: This phase occurs before the surgery and includes evaluation, preparation, and planning for the procedure.
- Intraoperative: This phase takes place during the surgery itself, encompassing all the activities involved while the patient is in the operating room.
- Postoperative: This phase occurs after the surgery, involving recovery, monitoring, and rehabilitation.
All three phases are important components of the perioperative process.